Message from the General Secretary

Dear WALS Members,

As we step into another promising year, I am delighted to present the WALS Newsletter for 2025. The past year has been an extraordinary journey of innovation, collaboration, and achievement in the field of laparoscopic and robotic surgery. I extend my gratitude to all our members for their unwavering support and commitment to advancing minimal access surgery worldwide. This year, we aim to elevate our impact further through educational programs, research initiatives, and global collaborations.

Warm regards,
Dr. R.K. Mishra
General Secretary, WALS

Highlights from 2024

• 7th World Congress of Laparoscopic Surgeons: Held in Singapore, the congress attracted over 1,000 participants from 50+ countries. Key topics included advancements in robotic surgery and artificial intelligence in the operating room.

• WALS Fellowship and Training Programs: Over 1,200 surgeons and gynecologists were trained globally through WALS-accredited programs.

• Launch of the WALS Research Grant: The initiative funded 15 groundbreaking research projects focusing on enhancing surgical outcomes and patient safety.

Upcoming Events

8th World Congress of Laparoscopic Surgeons

• Date: February 8-9, 2025

• Venue: The Leela Ambience Gurugram, India

• Theme: "Recent Advances in Minimal Access Surgery"

This year’s congress promises to be a landmark event, featuring:

• Live surgical demonstrations

• Hands-on robotic surgery workshops

• Keynote speeches by global leaders in laparoscopic surgery

• Abstract presentations and poster competitions

Early bird registration is now open! Visit https://www.laparoscopyhospital.com/union.htm for details.

Spotlight on Innovation

Advances in Energy Devices for Laparoscopic Surgery

A detailed exploration of the latest developments in energy-based devices, focusing on improving precision and reducing complications.

AI in Laparoscopy:

From image-guided surgery to predictive analytics, artificial intelligence is transforming how we approach minimally invasive procedures.

Membership Benefits

Join WALS or renew your membership to enjoy:

• Access to the World Journal of Laparoscopic Surgery (WJOLS)

• Discounts on WALS events and workshops

• Networking opportunities with global experts

• Exclusive access to online training modules and webinars

Call for Submissions

WJOLS - Special Issue 2025

We invite submissions for our special issue focusing on "Future Frontiers in Minimal Access Surgery." Topics include but are not limited to:

• Innovations in robotic surgery

• Training and simulation in laparoscopy

• Advanced imaging techniques

Submission Deadline: March 31, 2025
Submit your manuscripts at https://www.laparoscopyhospital.com/union.htm

Member Achievements

• Dr. Anuradha Sharma received the WALS Excellence Award for her contributions to gynecologic laparoscopy.

• Dr. Chandan Gupta published a groundbreaking study on port placement techniques in the WJOLS.

We encourage members to share their accomplishments for featuring in future newsletters.

Contact Us

World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons (WALS)
Website: https://www.laparoscopyhospital.com/union.htm
Email: contact@wals.org.uk
Phone: +91-124-2351555

Let’s make 2025 a year of breakthroughs and collaboration in laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Stay connected and inspired!